The Fortuna High Counseling Blog is a site designed to help students of Fortuna High access important academic and college information
Tuesday, December 2, 2014
College Rep from University of Maine, Fort Kent
Attn All Students: A college rep from the University of Maine, Fort Kent, will be on campus on Monday, Dec. 8 during 5th period. In case you've never heard of it, the University of Maine is a small college located at the very north end of Maine. In fact, it is so close to the Canadian Border that a lot of the locals speak French! They have nice programs in business, accounting, health-related majors, outdoor and environmental majors and sports management. They are well known for soccer and basketball and the school has been rated highly by the Princeton Review.Since the school is small, athletes have a great chance to play. Another really great thing about this school is the low out-of-state tuition - $9000, but if you are a good student, you can receive a scholarship worth $5000 towards your tuition. The cost of living is cheaper in Maine, so this school might be a really great bargain if you are looking for adventure and don't mind moving far away from Humboldt County. It snows a lot there, so skiing is a popular activity. Interested? If so, sign up in the office and be sure to check it out.
Monday, December 1, 2014
December Senior/Scholarship Update Now Posted
Seniors:
The December update is now posted. It contains all the news for the month along with all scholarships. December is the month to start financial aid.
To view the update, click on the link below:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
The December update is now posted. It contains all the news for the month along with all scholarships. December is the month to start financial aid.
To view the update, click on the link below:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Friday, November 21, 2014
Rhody Youth Ambassador Scholarship Competition
Attn: Juniors,
The Eureka Chamber is looking for applicants to their Rhododendron Youth Ambassador Scholarship competition. This competition is a great way for talented juniors to win scholarship money for college and at the same time meet local business leaders and other top juniors from around the county. Interested applicants need to be able to enjoy public speaking, meeting new people and have a record of good grades, extracurricular activities and leadership. Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin. The deadline to apply is Jan. 16.
The Eureka Chamber is looking for applicants to their Rhododendron Youth Ambassador Scholarship competition. This competition is a great way for talented juniors to win scholarship money for college and at the same time meet local business leaders and other top juniors from around the county. Interested applicants need to be able to enjoy public speaking, meeting new people and have a record of good grades, extracurricular activities and leadership. Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin. The deadline to apply is Jan. 16.
Monday, November 3, 2014
November Senior/Scholarship Now Posted
Hey Seniors - Check out the November Update.
Click on this link or go to the the counseling blog that will take you to the link:
fuhscounseling.blogspot.com
Link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Click on this link or go to the the counseling blog that will take you to the link:
fuhscounseling.blogspot.com
Link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Tuesday, October 7, 2014
American Indian College Motivation Day - Nov. 6
HSU will be hosting American Indian College Motivation Day on Thurs, Nov. 6th. This is a fun event for Native American students – filled with workshops, speeches and information from college recruiters. We will be leaving on a bus at 8:25 a.m. and returning around 2:45 p.m. Snacks and a free lunch will be provided. If you’d like to attend, please return a permission slip that will need to be signed by your teachers and parent. Pick up and return permission slips to the office by Oct. 31.
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Senior/Scholarship Update Now Posted for October
Check out the Senior/Scholarship Update for all the news and scholarships. Click on the link below or go to the counseling blog at fuhscounseling.blogspot.com
Link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Friday, September 26, 2014
PSAT for Sophomores
Attn: If you are a sophomore with at least a 3.0 GPA and plan to apply to a 4 yr. college, you may want to sign up to test the PSAT test. The PSAT is a practice SAT test that is designed for juniors. However, interested sophomores can take the test providing there is room. In order to sign up, bring $14 to the SFO, then take your receipt to Robin Eckerfield in the office. Robin will put you on the testing list and give you further information along with a practice booklet. There are 30 spots available for sophomores, so it will be first come, first served.No fee waivers are available for sophomores. Any questions, see your counselor.
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Thursday, September 25, 2014
Time to Register for the PSAT - 4 Yr. College-Bound Juniors
Attn: Juniors Who Are Planning to Apply to 4 Year Colleges:
It is now time to register for the PSAT, which will be held here in the cafeteria on Wed.morning - Oct. 15. All juniors who plan to apply to 4 year colleges should take this test, which is like a practice SAT, but also puts you automatically in the running for the National Merit Scholarship Competition. To register, bring $14 to the SFO, then take your receipt to Robin Eckerfield in the office. Robin will put you on the list and also give you a practice test booklet.
If you need a fee waiver for the test, see Mrs. Austin. There are 30 fee waivers available and it will be first come, first served. Any questions, see Mrs. Austin
It is now time to register for the PSAT, which will be held here in the cafeteria on Wed.morning - Oct. 15. All juniors who plan to apply to 4 year colleges should take this test, which is like a practice SAT, but also puts you automatically in the running for the National Merit Scholarship Competition. To register, bring $14 to the SFO, then take your receipt to Robin Eckerfield in the office. Robin will put you on the list and also give you a practice test booklet.
If you need a fee waiver for the test, see Mrs. Austin. There are 30 fee waivers available and it will be first come, first served. Any questions, see Mrs. Austin
Monday, September 15, 2014
College and Career Night
On Wed. Sept 24, from 5:30 - 8 p.m., Eureka High is hosting "College and Career Night". This is a night open to all students and their parents who are interested in college planning after graduation. There will be over 40 representatives from various colleges, military recruiters and workshops on various topics including information on the California State Universities, University of California, NCAA eligibility, community colleges, etc. This year they will have 9th grade-specific workshops and 12th grade advanced workshops. There is no transportation provided, so you will need to find your own ride to this event, however, it will be a very worthwhile experience. Hope to see you there!
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College Rep Visits
College reps will be on campus to talk to students and hand out information on their schools. If you are interested in attending, sign up in the office. You will receive a pass to attend, but will also need your teacher's permission.
Sonoma State: Former FUHS student, Biana Calderon, will represent Sonoma State on Wed. Sept 24 during 2nd period in the library. Sonoma State has an excellent academic reputation, has great programs in teaching, health sciences and business. It is a smaller CSU and located near Santa Rosa.
UC Davis: Jacquelyn Ross will be here to talk about UC Davis. Normally she will also talk about the UCs in general, so if you are interested in attending any UC, plan to come to this event. Jackie will be here on Thursday, Sept. 25 from 9:15 to 10 a.m. in the library. Passes will go out during lst period.
Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT). Lindsay from OIT will be here on Thursday, Sept 25 during 5th period in the library. OIT is a small school located in Klamath Falls, Oregon. They have really great programs in engineering, dental hygiene, medical sonography and computer technology.
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Senior and Scholarship Update for September
Seniors: The Senior/Scholarship Update is now posted for the month of September. The update contains all important news and includes scholarship information. You can access the Update by either clicking on the link below, or checking out paper copies in your Senior English and History classes, in the library and also posted in the counseling office senior bulletin board. Be sure to check out the update at the beginning of each month.
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Wednesday, August 27, 2014
Junior Year Calendar
Junior
Year Calendar
Check
out all the news at the FUHS counseling blog and website:
Website: Go
to:https://sites.google.com.site/fuhscounseling
Blog: Go to the FUHS counseling blog at: http://fuhscounseling.blogspot.com
September
Review your high school courses and make
sure you are taking all of the courses you’ll need for graduation, college
and/or vocational planning.
If you need to make up credits, this is the
year to get caught up. Credit recovery will be available this fall for students
needing to make up credits providing there is space available. See your
counselor for more details and keep an eye on the bulletin or blog for start
dates.
Remember! During your Junior Year, grades are very
important! Keep your grades as high as
possible. Also remember that colleges like students who participate in
extracurricular activities and show leadership… however, remember to not
overload your activities at the expense of your grades. Why are grades so
important? Next year as seniors your college applications are due before senior
grades are posted. Colleges mainly use
sophomore and junior grades to determine acceptance because senior grades are
not yet available. Also grades are important to calculate Cal Grants for
financial aid to help pay for college. So, once again - junior year grades
are extremely important!
From here on, you’ll need to use the
following two numbers, so be sure to keep them in a handy place: The College Board Code number for Fortuna
High is: 050965
Your social security number (try to have it
memorized)
Both of these numbers will be used often
when filling out applications and registration forms. Write them down in a safe place.
The Junior year is the time to start your
college searches. If you haven’t already
done so, identify the sources of college and career information (library,
internet, counselor’s office), and make time to start searching and gathering
information.
Here’s a good website to look for colleges:
www.collegeboard.com (search by
major, location, etc.)
Make an appointment with your counselor and
bring your parents to discuss your plans after high school graduation.
Keep
watch on the bulletin for College Night
at Eureka High. This year it will be
held on Wednesday, September 24th from 6 – 8:30 p.m.. College
reps will be in attendance and it will be a great opportunity to get
information. All branches of the
military are present as well. Be sure to
arrive early… it gets very crowded.
College reps will be here on campus
periodically. Keep an eye on the
bulletin to see who will be coming. This
is another good way to get information on colleges from the reps.
October
If you are planning to apply to a four year
college after graduation, sign up for the PSAT.
The PSAT is a “practice” test for students planning to take the SAT. It will
be held on Wednesday, October 15th here on campus in the cafeteria. The PSAT test will cost $14.00. Students who are eligible for fee waivers can
get them through the counseling department.
If you’re planning to join the military, be
sure to sign up for the ASVAB – the armed forces vocational inventory. It will be offered sometime this fall. Dates will be announced in the near future.
November
– March
Continue to gather information on colleges
and/or vocational programs. Try to visit
campuses with your parents during school vacations. If you are interested in a
certain college, make sure it offers the program(s) that you plan to study.
Keep an eye out for any scholarships by
checking web sites and the daily bulletin.
Here are two good web sites to help you with your financial
aid/scholarship search:
FastWeb
The Financial Aid Information Page – this
page is great for parents. It has a calculator to help parents figure out if
they will be eligible for financial aid.
Students who are in AP classes need to sign
up for the AP tests. First step, consult with your AP teacher. Fee waivers may
be available for students on the free/reduced lunch program.
If you haven’t already done so, make an
appointment with your counselor to discuss future plans.
April
– June
Sign up to take the SAT I or ACT test for
the first time. You’ll be registering
for the test online, and the test itself will be offered at Eureka High on a
Saturday. Be sure to register by the
deadline date. It is recommended to take the SAT Reasoning Test or the ACT
(equivalent test for college admission ) once at the end of your Junior Year,
then again at the beginning of your Senior Year. The more you take the test, the more familiar
it becomes, and theoretically the higher your test scores.
Good,
free test prep website for the SAT or ACT:
Some highly selective colleges require the
SAT Subject Tests. UCs used to require them, but now only certain UC programs
recommend them. If you plan to take both the SAT Reasoning Test and the SAT
Subject tests you will need to register for each test separately. Only one test
can be taken on a given test date.
During the summer it’s important to visit
college campuses if you haven’t already done so.
Colleges are expensive, so this might be
the time to get a summer job to help pay for expenses that will come as a
result of applying to college, taking SATs, etc.
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Freshman Orientation
The Freshman Orientation for the Class of 2018 will be happening on Friday, August 22 from 8:00 a.m. until noon. Plan to attend this fun event!
Place: Damon Gym
Lunch will be served at noon and buses will be provided.
That night, students who attended the orientation will be invited to attend the Freshman Dance, also on Friday, August 22 - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the Logan Gym
Place: Damon Gym
Lunch will be served at noon and buses will be provided.
That night, students who attended the orientation will be invited to attend the Freshman Dance, also on Friday, August 22 - 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in the Logan Gym
Schedule Changes
All students: Class changes will only be made for academic reasons or if there is a mistake in your schedule. If you want to try to change your schedule, make an appointment to see your counselor. Your counselor will give you and schedule change form, which will need to be signed and returned before your class can be changed in the computer. Changes will only happen with teacher and parent permission providing there is room in the class you plan to change into. The deadline to change is Friday, August 29.
Start of New Year - Fall 2014
Lots of new changes coming this fall!
Back to School Days:
Thursday and Friday - August 21st & 22nd in the Library 9:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Parents and Students will need to attend, fill out paperwork, pick up schedules, take pictures, etc.
Freshman Parent Orientation will be held on Thursday, August 21st at 7:00 p.m. in the Mary Hanley Theatre
Parents and guardians of incoming students are invited to come meet the FUHS administration, counselors and freshman teachers. Parents will also be able to pick up their student's schedules.
Julie Slater has taken a new position as a counselor for the whole school district and a new counselor, Lori Barnum, will be taking over her senior and sophomore classes.
This year Karla Austin will be the counselor for the freshman and junior classes.
Ashlee Byrd will be the counselor for 504, EL and Special Ed Students
Back to School Days:
Thursday and Friday - August 21st & 22nd in the Library 9:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Parents and Students will need to attend, fill out paperwork, pick up schedules, take pictures, etc.
Freshman Parent Orientation will be held on Thursday, August 21st at 7:00 p.m. in the Mary Hanley Theatre
Parents and guardians of incoming students are invited to come meet the FUHS administration, counselors and freshman teachers. Parents will also be able to pick up their student's schedules.
Julie Slater has taken a new position as a counselor for the whole school district and a new counselor, Lori Barnum, will be taking over her senior and sophomore classes.
This year Karla Austin will be the counselor for the freshman and junior classes.
Ashlee Byrd will be the counselor for 504, EL and Special Ed Students
Monday, June 2, 2014
June Update
Seniors: The June Update is now posted. No more scholarships, but there is some end of the year news for you.
To access the update, click:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Or check it out in senior classes, the library and the counseling hallway.
Reminder: Senior Awards Night is happening this Wednesday from 7 - 9 p.m. in the Little Theatre. Plan to attend if you received a yellow postcard invitation.
To access the update, click:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Or check it out in senior classes, the library and the counseling hallway.
Reminder: Senior Awards Night is happening this Wednesday from 7 - 9 p.m. in the Little Theatre. Plan to attend if you received a yellow postcard invitation.
Thursday, May 29, 2014
Senior Awards Night - June 4
Seniors: Senior Awards Night will be happening on Wednesday, June 4, from 7 - 9 p.m. in the Mary Hanley Theatre. This is the night we celebrate all of the awards and scholarships that have been won by your class. If you receive a yellow postcard in the mail inviting you to awards night, it means that you have won something and please plan to attend. If for some reason you can't attend, let Mrs. Austin know beforehand. Awards may or may not be monetary in nature. There will be lots of surprise scholarships announced at awards night, so it will be exciting and lots of fun. Plan to bring your family.
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Friday, May 9, 2014
Reminder - Last Scholarship Due Dates
Seniors: Last scholarships are due soon!
Paul Harris Vocational & Academic - must be RECEIVED BY Monday May 12!!!
Roger Rodoni Scholarship - must be RECEIVED BY Monday May 12!!
Fortuna Women's Group - Due May 9
Murray Family, Mrs. Bissell, Fortuna Business Womens, Marty Kelley, Richard Tomasini, Kiwanis Youth, Kiwanis Clyde & Max Gobel, Kiwanis High School, Carl Renner, American Ag Credit - All DUE ON MAY 15
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Paul Harris Vocational & Academic - must be RECEIVED BY Monday May 12!!!
Roger Rodoni Scholarship - must be RECEIVED BY Monday May 12!!
Fortuna Women's Group - Due May 9
Murray Family, Mrs. Bissell, Fortuna Business Womens, Marty Kelley, Richard Tomasini, Kiwanis Youth, Kiwanis Clyde & Max Gobel, Kiwanis High School, Carl Renner, American Ag Credit - All DUE ON MAY 15
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Thursday, May 1, 2014
May Senior/Scholarship Update Now Posted
We are at the end of scholarship season, so this will be the last update to include a list of scholarship postings. Be sure to check it out for all the latest news and final scholarships. To access the update, click on the link below:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
Important Deadlines Coming Up!
Seniors: Here are some really important dates!
April 28 - Fortuna Garden Club Scholarship Due
April 30 - FUHSTA, American Business Women's, Mary Frazer Scholarships Due
May lst - Must notify all CSUs and UCs by this date if you plan to accept their offer of admission. You will need to submit your "Statement of Intent to Register" online.
Don't forget to also accept your financial aid award ASAP to reserve the award money for you.
May lst - Scholarships due on May lst include:
Rotary Top 5 %
Rotary Zeke Vandeventer
Rotary Vocational, Collis Mahan
Earl Zimmerman VFW
Randy Kamph VFW
William Tamo
McCrigler
Donald J. Harris
Sanctuary Forest
Native Daughters
Rio Dell Teachers
Richard Bettis
Auto Xpo
Shirley Wyatt
Humboldt Jr. Livestock
April 28 - Fortuna Garden Club Scholarship Due
April 30 - FUHSTA, American Business Women's, Mary Frazer Scholarships Due
May lst - Must notify all CSUs and UCs by this date if you plan to accept their offer of admission. You will need to submit your "Statement of Intent to Register" online.
Don't forget to also accept your financial aid award ASAP to reserve the award money for you.
May lst - Scholarships due on May lst include:
Rotary Top 5 %
Rotary Zeke Vandeventer
Rotary Vocational, Collis Mahan
Earl Zimmerman VFW
Randy Kamph VFW
William Tamo
McCrigler
Donald J. Harris
Sanctuary Forest
Native Daughters
Rio Dell Teachers
Richard Bettis
Auto Xpo
Shirley Wyatt
Humboldt Jr. Livestock
Monday, April 14, 2014
College of the Redwoods - Be Sure to Complete All Steps to Register
Attn: CR Bound Seniors:
If you haven't registered yet for classes, make sure that you complete the process as soon as possible. The sooner you do it, the better. If you wait too long, classes will be filled up.
If you haven't taken the placement tests yet, call them as soon as possible to schedule your test - 476-4106.
If you've already taken the placement tests, be sure to finish the orientation, which also happens to include online lass registration. Call to schedule orientation at 476-4150.
If you are signed up to attend orientation on April 29th, be sure to return your permission slip to Mrs. Byrd or Mrs. Austin as soon as possible.
CR hasn't yet completed processing all the financial information from your FAFSAs and you may be billed for the classes once you register for them. Do not pay for your classes unless you are absolutely positive that you don't qualify for a BOG waiver, which will waive all of your fees except for $38. Most of you are eligible for the BOG waiver. If you aren't sure, see Mrs. Austin or call CR financial aid.
If you haven't registered yet for classes, make sure that you complete the process as soon as possible. The sooner you do it, the better. If you wait too long, classes will be filled up.
If you haven't taken the placement tests yet, call them as soon as possible to schedule your test - 476-4106.
If you've already taken the placement tests, be sure to finish the orientation, which also happens to include online lass registration. Call to schedule orientation at 476-4150.
If you are signed up to attend orientation on April 29th, be sure to return your permission slip to Mrs. Byrd or Mrs. Austin as soon as possible.
CR hasn't yet completed processing all the financial information from your FAFSAs and you may be billed for the classes once you register for them. Do not pay for your classes unless you are absolutely positive that you don't qualify for a BOG waiver, which will waive all of your fees except for $38. Most of you are eligible for the BOG waiver. If you aren't sure, see Mrs. Austin or call CR financial aid.
Thursday, April 3, 2014
Auto XPo Scholarship
Seniors: Another scholarship just in!
Auto Xpo Scholarship
Amounts vary
Criteria: Planning a career in the automotive field, submit two letters of recommendation and application.
Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin
Submit all material to Robin Eckerfield in the office by May lst
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Auto Xpo Scholarship
Amounts vary
Criteria: Planning a career in the automotive field, submit two letters of recommendation and application.
Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin
Submit all material to Robin Eckerfield in the office by May lst
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Wednesday, April 2, 2014
Scholarship Deadline Reminders
Seniors: A few scholarships are due really soon!
Due April 11th: Humboldt Redwoods Community Scholarships
Sons of Italy
Due April 15th: Spike Sarvinski
Don and Roy Splawn
A - Z Eyecare
All of these are local scholarships, so be sure to apply if you are eligible!
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Due April 11th: Humboldt Redwoods Community Scholarships
Sons of Italy
Due April 15th: Spike Sarvinski
Don and Roy Splawn
A - Z Eyecare
All of these are local scholarships, so be sure to apply if you are eligible!
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Tuesday, April 1, 2014
April Senior/Scholarship Update Now Posted
Seniors: The April Senior/Scholarship Update is now posted. Check it out for the latest April news and scholarships. We are coming to the end of scholarship season, so this will be the second to the last month of scholarship postings for FUHS. Lots of local scholarships are available this month. You can access the update in your Senior English and Econ classes, the library, in the counseling office and online:
Go to: fuhscounseling.blogspot.com and look for the update and click on the link or click below:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Go to: fuhscounseling.blogspot.com and look for the update and click on the link or click below:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
CR Placement Test, Friday, April 4
Seniors: If you signed up to take the CR placement tests on Friday, April 4, be sure to bring your CR ID# and a photo ID. Its OK to use your school photo ID if you don't have a drivers license. If you don't have a photo ID, be sure to see Mrs. Austin or Mrs. Byrd before Friday. On Friday morning, plan to check into your first period class, then meet at 9 a.m. at the Healthy Start/ 14th Street parking area. We will be boarding the bus at 9 a.m., so don't be late. See you Friday!
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Thursday, March 27, 2014
Another Test Date for CR Placement Testing
Seniors: Another opportunity to take the CR placement test!!
New test date: Thursday, April 10.
Only 23 spots available, so if you want to sign up, please let Mrs. Austin know and be sure to return your signed permission slip no later than Thursday, April 3. Any questions, see Mrs. Austin
New test date: Thursday, April 10.
Only 23 spots available, so if you want to sign up, please let Mrs. Austin know and be sure to return your signed permission slip no later than Thursday, April 3. Any questions, see Mrs. Austin
Friday, March 21, 2014
CR Placement Test Reminder
Seniors: If you signed up to go to the CR placement tests on April 4, be sure to return your signed permission slip to Mrs. Austin or Mrs. Byrd by Friday, March 27.
Friday, March 14, 2014
CR Placement Testing
Attn CR Bound Seniors:
If you have already completed your online application, the next step is to take the CR math and english placement tests. To sign up for them you'll need to call CR and make an appointment to test.
CR Testing Phone number: 476-4106
Testing will be at the CR campus during the week, so you will need to miss school. Please let Tammy Young in attendance know that you'll be missing for the CR placement tests so she can mark it as a "school activity". This way it won't count against your attendance.
You will need to provide your own transportation to and from the test and also you'll need to bring your CR ID number and a photo ID.
If you don't have transportation to the tests, we will be providing transportation to test on Friday, April 4. There is room on the bus for 30 students, so if you'd like to go up with us on the bus, sign up in the office and return the permission slip by March 27. Any questions, see Mrs. Austin
If you have already completed your online application, the next step is to take the CR math and english placement tests. To sign up for them you'll need to call CR and make an appointment to test.
CR Testing Phone number: 476-4106
Testing will be at the CR campus during the week, so you will need to miss school. Please let Tammy Young in attendance know that you'll be missing for the CR placement tests so she can mark it as a "school activity". This way it won't count against your attendance.
You will need to provide your own transportation to and from the test and also you'll need to bring your CR ID number and a photo ID.
If you don't have transportation to the tests, we will be providing transportation to test on Friday, April 4. There is room on the bus for 30 students, so if you'd like to go up with us on the bus, sign up in the office and return the permission slip by March 27. Any questions, see Mrs. Austin
Monday, March 3, 2014
Northcoast Access Scholarship
Attn Seniors: The Northcoast Access Scholarship is looking for applicants!
Criteria: Either low income or first generation who plan to attend a 4 yr or 2 yr college or trade school. GPA must be 2.5 or higher. This is a really time-consuming application, but is very worthwhile if you are lucky enough to win one. The deadline is coming soon, so don't wait until the last minute. Plan to start this one as early as possible.
Award amounts:
4 Yr. College: $3,000 per year, renewable for 4 years
2 Yr. College/Trade school: $1,500 per year, renewable for two years
Deadline: March 14
To apply go to: decadeofdifference.org
Criteria: Either low income or first generation who plan to attend a 4 yr or 2 yr college or trade school. GPA must be 2.5 or higher. This is a really time-consuming application, but is very worthwhile if you are lucky enough to win one. The deadline is coming soon, so don't wait until the last minute. Plan to start this one as early as possible.
Award amounts:
4 Yr. College: $3,000 per year, renewable for 4 years
2 Yr. College/Trade school: $1,500 per year, renewable for two years
Deadline: March 14
To apply go to: decadeofdifference.org
Senior/Scholarship Update for March
Attn Seniors: The March Senior/Scholarship is now posted. Check it out for all the latest news. Lots of important stuff happening for college bound students, so be sure to read all of it and pay attention to all deadlines. To access the update, you can either check it out in your senior English and History classes, the library, the counseling bulletin board or online on the blog.
FUHS counseling blog:
fuhscounseling.blogspot.com - then click on the link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
FUHS counseling blog:
fuhscounseling.blogspot.com - then click on the link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Monday, February 24, 2014
Community College/CR application Workshop
Seniors: If you are planning to apply to CR or another community college, then plan to come to B Lab on Thursday, Feb. 27th. Most students will automatically be pulled out of their Econ classes to attend, with the exception of Mr. Louv's 2nd period class, who will be coming during their 3rd period elective classes. Sign up to attend in the office, otherwise, see you in B Labs on Thursday. Any questions, see Mrs. Austin.
Thursday, February 13, 2014
ELM/EPT Reigstration
Attn CSU bound students: The deadline to register for the March 15th ELM and/or EPT is Feb. 28. To register, go to:
https://ept-elm.ets.org
Test will cost $18 each and there are no waivers. Need help, see Mrs. Austin
https://ept-elm.ets.org
Test will cost $18 each and there are no waivers. Need help, see Mrs. Austin
Friday, February 7, 2014
FAFSA Follow Up Workshop - Tuesday Feb. 25
Still need help with your FAFSA? Don't worry.... we will have another workshop on Tuesday, Feb. 25 from 11:30 - 3:30 in the B Labs. OK to invite your parent. If your parent can't attend, then try to get their information on the FAFSA worksheet beforehand. Bring that to the workshop with you.
Sign up in the office if you'd like to attend. Questions? See Mrs. Austin
Sign up in the office if you'd like to attend. Questions? See Mrs. Austin
CR and Community College Application Workshop - Thursday, Feb. 27
Seniors: We will be hosting an all day workshop to help students complete the online application for College of the Redwoods and other California community colleges on Thursday, Feb. 27th in the B Labs. Since there are so many students that need to sign up, we will be taking students out of their Econ classes, providing it is OK with the teacher. If you'd like to sign up for this event, there will be a sign-up sheet in the front office, however, most students will automatically be called out of class for this event. Students: It is really important to have your SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER with you to complete your college application, so try to have it memorized beforehand.
Humboldt Area Foundation Workshop on Tuesday, Feb. 25th
Attn Seniors: The Humboldt Area Foundation will be hosting a workshop on Tuesday, Feb. 25th during lst, 2nd and 3rd periods. This workshop will help students with the online scholarship application. The Humboldt Area Foundation scholarships are all local and many students qualify for these scholarships. These scholarships require two letters of recommendation, so try to have your letters available if possible. If you attend the workshop, your name will be submitted for a drawing to win $500 providing you complete the application. If you've already finished the application, you can still attend the workshop and put your name in for the drawing to win $500.
Sign up in the office if you'd like to attend.
Sign up in the office if you'd like to attend.
Tuesday, February 4, 2014
More scholarships
Seniors: A couple of scholarships came in after the Feb. Update was posted. They are local and really good ones for you to check out and apply to:
Eureka Emblem Club Scholarship - amount: 3 @ $1,000
Application letter describing why a college education is important to you, 2 letters of recommendation, and transcripts. Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin
Deadline: March 1
Don & Roy Splawn Scholarship - amount: up to $1,000
GPA of 2.6, looking for students who have extraordinary circumstances in their lives as well as students who may not have the chance to attend college without financial assistance. Online application, letter of recommendation, essay and FAFSA summary report.
To apply, go to: www.fsrequests.com/splawnscholarship2014
Deadline: April 15
Humboldt Association of Realtors Scholarship - amounts vary
Looking for students who are planning careers in fields related to real estate, i.e. real estate finance, interior decorating, woodworking, construction tech, landscaping, architectural design, drafting and cabinet making. Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin
Deadline: April 4
Eureka Emblem Club Scholarship - amount: 3 @ $1,000
Application letter describing why a college education is important to you, 2 letters of recommendation, and transcripts. Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin
Deadline: March 1
Don & Roy Splawn Scholarship - amount: up to $1,000
GPA of 2.6, looking for students who have extraordinary circumstances in their lives as well as students who may not have the chance to attend college without financial assistance. Online application, letter of recommendation, essay and FAFSA summary report.
To apply, go to: www.fsrequests.com/splawnscholarship2014
Deadline: April 15
Humboldt Association of Realtors Scholarship - amounts vary
Looking for students who are planning careers in fields related to real estate, i.e. real estate finance, interior decorating, woodworking, construction tech, landscaping, architectural design, drafting and cabinet making. Pick up applications from Mrs. Austin
Deadline: April 4
Monday, February 3, 2014
Senior/Scholarship Update for February - Be Sure To Check It Out!!!!!
Seniors:
The February Update is now posted. Be sure to check it out. February is a
really busy month for college stuff - this month you'll need to update your
FAFSAs if your parents filed their taxes, if you haven't yet submitted your
FAFSA, plan to do it asap, apply for lots and lots of scholarships, attend a
CR/community college workshop on Feb. 27th and keep up those grades! This month
there are about 20 pages of available scholarships posted and the majority of
them are local scholarships through the Humboldt Area Foundation. They have all
types of scholarships and here are just a few of them:
Ardyce
Dysert scholarship $500 - going to college, prefer soccer player
Willard
and Donna Mullan scholarship $1,000 -
2,000 - FUHS grad, going to CR
Alice
Nelson Franks scholarship $250 - plan to go to CR or HSU and have a
parent/grandparent graduate from a local high school
Olander
Scholarship up to $7500 renewable for 4 years - going to college with history
of overcoming obstacles
Arthur
Burman Scholarship $1300 - going to 4 yr
college and major in civil engineering
To
apply, go to hafoundation.org
To
access the whole Senior/Scholarship Update, go to the FUHS counseling blog,
then click on the link to the Senior/Scholarship Update
Here's the link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Thursday, January 30, 2014
FAFSA Help
Seniors: Still haven't submitted your FAFSA? Need help? See Mrs. Austin as soon as possible. Don't let all that money for college slip away!
Monday, January 27, 2014
Firefighting Academy Opportunity While Still in High School
Want to get a jump on a career, while still attending high school?
Six Rivers National Forest is offering a course in wildland firefighting next month. Classes will be held at the Six Rivers office in Eureka. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have met the requirements of a National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) Firefighter Type 2.
Info:
Course Title: 2014 HCFCA/HCFIA Federal Wildland Firefighting Academy
Course dates: Feb. 24 - Mar. 2
Time/Day: Monday thru Thursday ( 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.), plus two Saturday sessions (8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Place: Six Rivers Forest Supervisor's Office, 1330 Bayshore Way, Eureka
Preregistration: Mandatory, prior to Feb. 17
Orientation: attendance highly encouraged - Mon. Feb. 10 at 5:00 p.m.
More info: Contact Sally 707/825-2000
Six Rivers National Forest is offering a course in wildland firefighting next month. Classes will be held at the Six Rivers office in Eureka. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have met the requirements of a National Wildland Coordinating Group (NWCG) Firefighter Type 2.
Info:
Course Title: 2014 HCFCA/HCFIA Federal Wildland Firefighting Academy
Course dates: Feb. 24 - Mar. 2
Time/Day: Monday thru Thursday ( 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.), plus two Saturday sessions (8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Place: Six Rivers Forest Supervisor's Office, 1330 Bayshore Way, Eureka
Preregistration: Mandatory, prior to Feb. 17
Orientation: attendance highly encouraged - Mon. Feb. 10 at 5:00 p.m.
More info: Contact Sally 707/825-2000
Humboldt Area Foundation Scholarships!!!!!!
Attn Seniors: The Humboldt Area Foundation sponsors lots of local scholarships for college-bound students. There are a wide variety of scholarships available and only one application is needed, however, you will need to provide them with two letters of recommendation. Some of the notable scholarships include: The Willard and Donna Mullan Scholarship for FUHS grads planning to attend CR, various scholarships for students with lots of leadership, various scholarships for students who have overcome obstacles and various scholarships for different majors. To apply, go to hafoundation.org and click on "scholarships". The deadline to apply is March 17, so don't pass up this great opportunity to apply for local scholarships.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Placement Tests for CSUs
Attn Seniors who are planning to go to a CSU and need to take the ELM and/or EPT:
The English Placement Test (EPT) and the Entry Level Math Placement Tests (ELM) are placement tests given by the CSUs to determine your class level once you get to college. You may be exempt from having to take these tests based on your SATs and your EAP scores from last year. If not, plan to register and take these tests as soon as possible. The deadline to register for the Feb. 8 ELM/EPT is January 24. Tests cost $18 each and are usually given on Saturdays. To register, go to:
https://ept-elm.ept.org/CSU/
Need help, see Mrs. Austin
The English Placement Test (EPT) and the Entry Level Math Placement Tests (ELM) are placement tests given by the CSUs to determine your class level once you get to college. You may be exempt from having to take these tests based on your SATs and your EAP scores from last year. If not, plan to register and take these tests as soon as possible. The deadline to register for the Feb. 8 ELM/EPT is January 24. Tests cost $18 each and are usually given on Saturdays. To register, go to:
https://ept-elm.ept.org/CSU/
Need help, see Mrs. Austin
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Semester Schedule Changes
At the semester if you want to make a schedule change, you will need to make an appointment to see your counselor. Changes are for academic reasons only and those students who need level changes will be given the first priority. Also, changes can only work if there is room in the class. If you need to change your schedule for ACADEMIC reasons, pick up a schedule change form from your counselor, get it signed by teachers and your parent, and return it to your counselor as soon as possible. The deadline to make changes is Friday, January 24.
Cash for College Workshop
Attn Seniors:
The Cash for College Workshop will be held on Wed. Jan 15th on campus in the B Labs from 2 - 7 p.m. If you've already submitted your FAFSA, then make sure to stop by, fill out a survey, and submit your name for a chance to win a scholarship for $1,000. If you still need help submitting your FAFSA, then plan to come and get assistance and at the same time, be eligible for the $1000 scholarship as well. Undocumented students can also attend to get help with the Dream Act application. One lucky student will have a chance at $1,000 for college, so don't pass up this great opportunity. See you on Wednesday!
The Cash for College Workshop will be held on Wed. Jan 15th on campus in the B Labs from 2 - 7 p.m. If you've already submitted your FAFSA, then make sure to stop by, fill out a survey, and submit your name for a chance to win a scholarship for $1,000. If you still need help submitting your FAFSA, then plan to come and get assistance and at the same time, be eligible for the $1000 scholarship as well. Undocumented students can also attend to get help with the Dream Act application. One lucky student will have a chance at $1,000 for college, so don't pass up this great opportunity. See you on Wednesday!
Monday, January 6, 2014
January Senior/Scholarship Update Now Posted
Seniors:
Check out the Senior/Scholarship Update for the month of January. This is the month to file your FAFSA or Dream Act Application to get financial aid for college. Some notable scholarships out this month include the Buick Achievers Scholarships for students majoring in mechanical engineering, engineering. design, business and automotive/related majors, the local Sons of Italy Eureka Lodge No. 1274 scholarship,
local Humboldt County Farm Bureau scholarships and the Humboldt State Scholarships. Check out the Update in your senior classes or online at the FUHS counseling blog:
fuhscounseling.blogspot.com
here is a link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
Check out the Senior/Scholarship Update for the month of January. This is the month to file your FAFSA or Dream Act Application to get financial aid for college. Some notable scholarships out this month include the Buick Achievers Scholarships for students majoring in mechanical engineering, engineering. design, business and automotive/related majors, the local Sons of Italy Eureka Lodge No. 1274 scholarship,
local Humboldt County Farm Bureau scholarships and the Humboldt State Scholarships. Check out the Update in your senior classes or online at the FUHS counseling blog:
fuhscounseling.blogspot.com
here is a link:
https://sites.google.com/site/fuhscounseling/my-forms
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